The role of women in climate change does not have to be limited to high-level conferences and large development projects. One of the simplest things you can do is measure your carbon footprint; you don’t know what part of your lifestyle to fix unless you understand the impact you are having on the planet.

The current Australian Ambassador for Women and Girls discusses fighting gender-based violence in the Indo-Pacific region, women in leadership roles, her personal experiences in Australian politics, and what advice she would give to future female leaders.